Best Schools in Thibodaux, Louisiana
16 schools · 10 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Thibodaux by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Chackbay Elementary School
Elementary · Lafourche Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
St. Charles Elementary School
Elementary · Lafourche Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
W.s. Lafargue Elementary School
Elementary · Lafourche Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Thibodaux for 2026 are Chackbay Elementary School (8.5/10), St. Charles Elementary School (8.0/10), and W.s. Lafargue Elementary School (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
16
12 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$217,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
16
12 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$217,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 40% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Thibodaux schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Thibodaux
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 12 rated schools; 16 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chackbay Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | St. Charles Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | W.s. Lafargue Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Bayou Community Academy Charter School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 5 | C.m. Washington Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Virtual Academy of Lafourche | 6.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Bayou Boeuf Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Thibodaux Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Thibodaux High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 10 | The Max Charter School | 6.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $62,470
- Median home value
- $217,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Thibodaux compares
Louisiana rank
#62 of 139
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$62k
107% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
16
Lafourche Parish runs 92% of Thibodaux's public schools
Thibodaux touches 2 districts, but Lafourche Parish is the one most addresses actually attend.
Lafourche Parish accounts for 11 of 12 public schools (92%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 12 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.3 to 8.5 — the spread is inside Thibodaux, not a citywide average.
- Lafourche Parish11 public · 92%
- The Max Charter School1 public · 8%
About Schools in Thibodaux, Louisiana
Thibodaux, Louisiana is home to 16 schools, including 12 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Thibodaux show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Thibodaux is Chackbay Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Thibodaux is served by 2 school districts: The MAX Charter School, Lafourche Parish. These districts collectively serve 14,110 students.
Thibodaux's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,470. The poverty rate in the area is 18.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 362 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 | ||
| 2 | 274 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 3 | 459 students · 2nd–3rd | 7.8 | ||
| 4 | 511 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.5 | ||
| 5 | 379 students · 4th–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 6 | 216 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 7 | 595 students · Pre-K–1st | 6.2 | ||
| 8 | 105 students · 1st–8th | 6.0 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Genevieve SchoolPrivate 478 students · Pre-K–7th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | St Joseph Elementary SchoolPrivate 620 students · Pre-K–7th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 679 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 244 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,427 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 770 students · 8th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 512 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Elearning AcademyPrivate 283 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Thibodaux
Thibodaux, Louisiana · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$62,470
Median Home Value
$217,500
Median Rent
$1,008/mo
Population
49,203
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
18.0%
Community Profile
Thibodaux has a median household income of $62,470. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $217,500, with a median rent of $1,008/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.0%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Thibodaux, Louisiana
How many schools are in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
Thibodaux has 16 schools, including 12 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Thibodaux is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Thibodaux on MySchoolScout is Chackbay Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Thibodaux on MySchoolScout is Chackbay Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Thibodaux on MySchoolScout is Thibodaux Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Thibodaux on MySchoolScout is Thibodaux High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Thibodaux, Louisiana?
Thibodaux is served by 2 school districts: The Max Charter School, Lafourche Parish.
What is the education level in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Thibodaux have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
The median household income in Thibodaux is approximately $62,470 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
Yes, Thibodaux has 4 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Elearning Academy with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Thibodaux is 14.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Thibodaux, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.